Are you ever that chick in the gym who's really
just counting down the minutes till you're done? Well, you're in good company. Actress Vanessa Marano totally feels your pain.

"I trick myself into working out by mixing things
up: hiking, yoga, kickboxing, or a few of these awesome moves you can do at home," says the Switched at Birth star, who works out with trainer Derrick Cox.

When she's not out on a sunny trail or pushing back
into downward dog, Marano is a fan of balance moves like the side step-up with a stool or fitness step. This one works your core, legs and (duh) balance. A bonus? After doing them regularly, "You'll feel a lot less shaky the next time you're wearing heels,
trust me!" she says.

Even though she’s only 21, Marano stays focused
on the fact that she wants to still be fit and healthy by age 90. (Uh, is this chick ahead of her years or what?) “I use that to motivate me,” she says. “That, and the promise of chocolate later in the week.” That’s our kind of girl!

THE MOVE: Side Step-Ups

Stand with feet hip distance apart with a stool
or fitness step on your left side. Step to the side with your left leg, up and onto the stool. Bring your right knee directly up toward your chest. Pause, engaging your core to help with balance. Place your right foot back on the ground, followed by your left
foot. Do 30 reps on each side.